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BMW 325i Steptronic

General information

ModelBMW 325i Steptronic
Year2006
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.0 litres/100 km (26.14 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement2497 ccm (152.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power218.00 PS (160 kW or 215 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque250.00 Nm (25.5 kgf-m or 184.4 ft.lbs) at 2750 Rev. per min.
Compression11.0:1
Bore x stroke78.9 x 82.0 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemProgrammed fuel injection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1188 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4130 litres (1,091 gallons)
Optional cargo space1525 litres (403 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS
Front suspensionIndependent
Rear suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1835 kg (4,045.5 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4530 mm (178.3 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2770 mm (109.1 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions194.0 g/km
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